HISTORY

ORIGIN GREAT BRITIAN

GROUP SPORTING GROUP


The English springer spaniel originated in the 17th century and was used for flushing out and retrieving pheasants. They are still used today as pheasant hunting dogs.

APPEARANCE(S)

English Springer Spaniels are medium sized dogs with a sturdy build. The head is medium in size with shorter muzzle than other spaniels, and they have long droopy ears.

COLOR(S)


This breed is most commonly seen in white and black; white and liver; liver, blue or black. It is common to see freckles on the muzzle and legs.

COAT


The coat can be flat or wavy and is medium in length. They have the distinctive spaniel feathers on the belly, chest, ears, and legs.

PERSONALITY

ACTIVITY LEVEL


High

POSITIVES


English Springer Spaniels are lovely family dogs. They love to play, and are great with kids and other animals. This breed loves to learn new things; they are very alert to their surroundings.

THINGS TO CONSIDER


This breed needs a lot of exercise and needs to be groomed regularly. This breed has been known to be food aggressive, and generally does not like to share their toys with other dogs in the house.

IDEAL LIVING SITUATION

This breed would do best in the city or country.

HELPFUL INFORMATION/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

The English springer spaniel needs to be groomed and have ears cleaned on a regular basis.

BREED RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS

The following conditions are known to be seen in this breed, please look at our A to Z listing to find out detailed information.

NATIONAL CLUBS AND/OR ORGANIZATIONS

English springer spaniel Field Trial Association
364 Old Wilmington Rd.
Coatesville, PA 19320

FUN FACT(S)

Former first lady Barbara Bush owned an English springer spaniel, her name was Millie.
Written by: PetsMD Veterinary Editorial Staff